Les insectes ravageurs vs les insectes pollinisateurs : Comment les plantes font la différence ?
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Plants engage in complex interactions with various insects—some, such as pollinators, play a
beneficial role in reproduction, while others, like pests, can be harmful to growth and
productivity. In African ecosystems, particularly in agriculture, this balance is crucial. This
article explores the strategies plants use to attract pollinators while defending themselves from
herbivorous pests. Several African case studies are highlighted to illustrate how local crops
manage these dual interactions, emphasizing their ecological and economic importance.
Keywords: Pollination, pests, insects, plant defense, coevolution, plant-insect interactions.